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Getting Rid of Crazy Ants
Crazy, Hairy Ants/Rasberry Crazy Ants/Caribbean Crazy Ants Commonly Asked Questions About Crazy Ants in Texas What are crazy, hairy ants? Are they referred to as Rasberry Crazy Ants or Caribbean Crazy Ants? Why are they called “crazy” ants? Crazy ants get their common name from their habit of running in an erratic, jerky manner when searching for food. Is there a specific reason these ants are a problem this time of year? Crazy, hairy ants are an invasive species by definition so are very good at invading new areas. Ants react to drought and rainfall in different ways so weather can play a role in their movement. Additionally, they are very good hitchhikers and can be transported to new areas as stowaways in cargo. Where are these ants found? In the U.S. these ants are found in South Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Houston and surrounding areas of coastal Texas. Specifically for Texas, according to Texas A&M University’s Center for Urban & Structural Entomology, “high numbers of the ants have been found in localized spot infestations in southeast Houston (Harris County), including Houston, Pasadena, Deer Park, Friendswood, San Jacinto Port, Pearland, Seabrook and La Porte. Localized infestations have also been confirmed from areas in Bexar, Brazoria, Cameron, Fort Bend, Chambers, Galveston, Hardin, Harris, Hidalgo, Jefferson, Jim Hogg, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Nueces, Orange, Walker and Wharton counties. This ant has the potential to spread well beyond the current range in coastal Texas.” These ants prefer tropical/semi-tropical climates. Colonies typically grow in warmer months with populations peaking in August/September. Their numbers remain high through October and November. Why are they problematic? Although these ants usually nest outside, they will forage indoors in large numbers in cooler temperatures or after rainfall. Inside, crazy ants usually nest underneath floors or carpeting, inside wall voids and soffits. Crazy ants can become a problem when they infest a home or another structure for a couple of reasons: Are these ants harmful to humans and/or pets? Crazy ants feed primarily on live and dead insects, seeds, fruits and honeydew. They are capable of biting, but it’s rare. It’s the size of their colonies that poses the biggest problem. What can homeowners do to prevent infestations?
Ants Invading This Spring
ANTS READY TO BUG HOMEOWNERS THIS SPRING FullScope Pest Control offers pest-prevention tips to keep ants from marching indoors Houston, Texas – Spring is officially here and with it comes one of the most persistent warm-weather pests—ants. As temperatures rise, FullScope Pest Control warns that America’s number one nuisance pest will invade homes across Houston, TX in search of food. While most species present problems in people’s pantries and kitchens, some species can deliver painful bites while others inflict property damage. According to a survey from the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), more than half of consumers list ants as their top pest concern. “As most homeowners know, ants are especially drawn to the kitchen and their sheer numbers can be daunting” said Derek Salazar,. “Odorous House Ants are most likely to invade Kingwood, TX homes this spring, but eliminating food sources can help keep them at bay.” Of all the U.S. ant species, carpenter ants and fire ants pose the most risks for homeowners. Carpenter ants excavate wood in order to build their nests, which can compromise a home’s structural soundness, and fire ants in the southern US and California can inflict painful stings in high numbers that can cause anaphylactic shock in about 2 percent of the population. Although ants can be difficult to control once they have entered a home, the following preventative measures can play a major role in helping to avoid infestations: For outside ant reduction is important to do a thorough inspection, identifying excessive moisture areas, excessive debris or damage trees. Remove excessive leaf litter around the perimeter of the home. “With more than 700 species of ants in the U.S., many of which create huge colonies, prevention is the key to an ant-free home,” added Salazar. For more information on ants, please visit FullScope Pest Control. Must Read : fullscope pest control
Finding Ants Indoors?
Indoor Ant pest control Ants are the social insects which like to live in the forms of the colonies, they form groups and infest a particular area like your house. They may enter the house to seek protection from the harsh environment outside or for food. When you live in the livable forest like Kingwood, Texas you know you will soon be invaded by some type of ant. Recommended Read :HOMEOWNER CHECKLIST FOR A SUCCESSFUL FLEA TREATMENT How Ants form groups Even if a small number of ants infest your home, they try to find something to live upon, and for ants, any kind of food will suffice. Especially the greasy or sweet loving ants, once they have located the food, they take their share and leave the scene releasing a particular scent-based hormone called “pheromone”. Other ants get on with the scent and find the location of the food, thus increasing their swarm attack in magnitude. Getting rid of the ants Once ants have marched in your house and have found the favourable conditions, there is a little chance that they are going to go away on their own. You’ll either have to deal with the problem or call a professional for help. Either way, this isn’t going to be an easy task, and takes a thorough knowledge of ants and their behavior to treat properly. Our Services We provide the most sophisticated and professional ant pest control services in the North Houston, Texas area and serviced numerous ant infestations. We use several types of technologies to provide our customers with the best possible results and to have your life and house free from ants. There are following procedures which are adopted by our professionals to get rid of ants from your place; There is a vast network, and multiple varieties of ants present out there, and most common and notorious of them are Acrobat, ghost ants and pharaoh ants. After you arrange a visit with our organisation, our professionals will first inspect your house or place of infestation. Our professionals will inspect your place and find out the targeted area of the ants by getting to the “Pheromone” scent which they produce. Knowing the ant we are dealing with is important so we can use best practice for specific ants. Identifying the entry points, and trails so that we can apply the most effective pest solutions for your particular ant problem. When we have the positive location of the ant’s colony in your house, we’ll be ready with an effective strategy depending upon the type of the ants we are dealing with. Once all the colonies and their locations have been marked, our team will start the preparatory practices and will be ready to evacuate the unwanted guests. For ant control we use the newest non repellent technology on the market, whether we determine that baiting or spraying is your best option, you can trust it will be the most effective. Success Our ant control solutions are state of the art, pest management procedures. When you call FullScope Pest Control you can expect the highest level of professionalism and success with your ant control needs. We have the most professional and trained pest control personnel and exterminators who have the ability to tackle any condition on the field. Located in Kingwood, Humble, Atascasita, Porter, New Caney, Cleveland or Conroe Texas? We can offer you the highest level of professional pest control services, fast and effective. All you have to do is just give us a call. 832-898-0190